Using Reactions

Reactions let you quickly respond to a story with a simple tap or click. They’re a fun and easy way to show appreciation, support, or amusement without writing a full comment. Each story displays the total number of reactions it has received.

Available Reactions

You can choose from three reaction types:

👍 Like — Show appreciation for the story.
😂 Laugh — Use when a story is funny or brings a smile.
❤️ Love — Use for meaningful, touching, or heartfelt stories.

How to React to a Story

Open any story in the Stories & Memories section.
Find the reaction buttons below the story title or content.
Click the reaction you want to give:
- Your reaction will highlight to show it’s active.
- The reaction count will increase immediately.

Removing or Changing Your Reaction

You can change your mind at any time:

Click the same reaction again to remove it.
Click a different reaction to switch to that one.

The system automatically updates your reaction and adjusts the counts.

How Reactions Are Tracked

Logged‑in users have their reactions tied to their account.
Visitors who are not logged in can still react — their reactions are tied to a temporary browser identifier.
Each user or visitor can have only one active reaction per story.

Why Reactions Matter

Reactions help stories feel alive. They let family members engage with each other’s memories in a quick, meaningful way. Whether it’s a laugh, a smile, or a heartfelt moment, reactions help show that a story resonated with someone.